001[Music] Hello quarters. This is your student board of education members Mia Fontinetta, Avery Colola, Wazir Japone, and Michael Durkis here with a recap of the May 19th board of education meeting. The board began the meeting by recognizing many students for their various accomplishments, including students who received medals and the national German exam, students who received the Illinois Seal of Biiteracy, and students who were commended toward biiteracy, focal point, Off the Record, Winter Guard, and Wind Symphony. All of this year's retirees were honored Monday night, and we would like to take this opportunity to thank all of those retiring for their dedication and commitment to our district during their time here at Lockport. We also send our congratulations to Mr. Matt Mullins who was named Skills USA adviser of the year. Next, the board recognized the
002district's alignment with Juliet Junior College and their 12x 12x 12 initiative in which Lockport has been named the single largest dual credit program in the Juliet Junior Colleg's attendance area. We encourage all future Porters to take advantage of the dual credit opportunities available here at Lockport as they are amazing preparation for college as well as a smart way to save on college expenses. Lastly, the board ended the meeting by approving an action consideration for the DJ contract for the 2025 2026 school year. The district will be moving away from Boom Entertainment for our school dances and next year we will use Dance Party DJs. Dance Party DJs provides a similar service to Boom Entertainment, though at a lesser price. Next year's students can look forward to a new DJ experience at homecoming twerp and prom.
003I would like to thank this opportunity to thank the board of education for welcoming me onto the board and creating a seat at the table for student voice. It has been an honor to serve as a liazison between the student body and the board of education. and my time on the board has given me immeasurable experiences including learning professionalism and collaboration. Next year I will be attending the University of Notre Dame to study biochemistry. Go Irish. I would like to give a huge thanks to the board of education for allowing me to be a student board member this year. This year I was able to gain insight into how complex and important decision-making in education is and the massive impact the board of education can have on all students. Being on the board of education
004has allowed me to improve my listening, communication, and advocacy skills. Most importantly, being a student board member has reminded me just how important a student voice is, and I know I'll be able to bring the lessons I learned throughout college. Next school year, I'll be attending the University of Illinois Chicago to study economics and French on a pre-law strike. I would like to thank the board of education for giving me the opportunity to represent my fellow students on the curriculum committee. Serving on the board has been a highlight of my time at Lockport. I couldn't begin to list everything I've learned on the board. From the intricacies of our district's AP and dual credit opportunities to honing my problem solving, teamwork, and public speaking skills. Next year, I will be attending Cornell University to study
005engineering. I want to express my gratitude for the board of education for this incredible opportunity. I have learned so much about school policies and bud budgets, but most importantly, how to advocate confidently for myself and others in so many situations. I'm so thankful for the friends and family that have supported me throughout my time on the board. They have given me the platform to put myself out there and grow in each role I undertake. Next year, I will be attending Purdue University to major in aeronautical engineering technology. Boiler up. Thanks for watching and as always, goers.